Well I'm a little bit late posting this but they say better late then never! This was my 6th freezer meal swap and we are still learning as we go!
Here are some helpful hints and tips for what has worked for me!
*post on facebook
*ask friends
*ask ladies at your church
Don't know what to post? this is what I posted:
Freezer Meal Friends: many of you have asked myself or Heather when the next swap will be. If people are interested I'm able to host a
swap Feb 27th in Marshall. If you want to participate please comment
below or pm me. I will cap at 20. I will also close this at Noon
tomorrow (Tuesday 2/13)
All meals are different. You make x amount of participants for the same meal and bring to swap location and swap with moms and bring meals home. Example: 15 moms participate; you make 15 lasagna on your own, come to the exchange and bring home 15 different meals. ***You need to be available to bring meals or have someone bring meals. We don't have the space to swap for people or hold meals.** Once I see that enough are interested I will send a pm and in that message you can “claim” the meal you want to make!
All meals are different. You make x amount of participants for the same meal and bring to swap location and swap with moms and bring meals home. Example: 15 moms participate; you make 15 lasagna on your own, come to the exchange and bring home 15 different meals. ***You need to be available to bring meals or have someone bring meals. We don't have the space to swap for people or hold meals.** Once I see that enough are interested I will send a pm and in that message you can “claim” the meal you want to make!
Then you send a private message:
Hey Ladies! You all expressed interest in doing the freezer meal swap. If everyone would like to participate you would make 14 meals. Please read ALL of the notes on this message!
*If you have never done a swap or have but have questions, please feel free to pm me individually
*You make 14 meals and keep one for yourself and bring the other 13 to the meal swap.
*PLEASE make sure the meals feed 4-5 people (9x13x2 pans work best for this, gallon size ziplock for soups, or 2 pint size freezeable containers. Here are examples: (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SXCW0J6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf or https://www.amazon.com/DuraHome-Storage-Containers-Plastic-Microwaveable/dp/B01FKKDEJI/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1508428381&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=32+oz.+disposable+containers+with+lids&psc=1)
*Please have your meal frozen prior to bringing it.
*Please write the Name of the meal, cook time, and temp on the container with permanent marker
*You can make any meal of your choice pinterest has lots of great options!
*Easiest to transport meals via cooler or laundry basket!
*Please email me your recipe by February 24th so I can upload all to one document!
*Swap will be Tuesday, Februray 27th at 7pm at Marshall Ev. Free Church
*Please ask if you have any questions!!
*If you have never done a swap or have but have questions, please feel free to pm me individually
*You make 14 meals and keep one for yourself and bring the other 13 to the meal swap.
*PLEASE make sure the meals feed 4-5 people (9x13x2 pans work best for this, gallon size ziplock for soups, or 2 pint size freezeable containers. Here are examples: (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SXCW0J6?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf or https://www.amazon.com/DuraHome-Storage-Containers-Plastic-Microwaveable/dp/B01FKKDEJI/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1508428381&sr=1-2-spons&keywords=32+oz.+disposable+containers+with+lids&psc=1)
*Please have your meal frozen prior to bringing it.
*Please write the Name of the meal, cook time, and temp on the container with permanent marker
*You can make any meal of your choice pinterest has lots of great options!
*Easiest to transport meals via cooler or laundry basket!
*Please email me your recipe by February 24th so I can upload all to one document!
*Swap will be Tuesday, Februray 27th at 7pm at Marshall Ev. Free Church
*Please ask if you have any questions!!
**Just make sure to comment on this message the meal you are going to make so multiple aren't made!
**If you decided to not partake in the swap please let everyone know BY Feb 20th so we aren't left with lots of extra meals! Also reminder we don't have space to hold meals and swap for people so please make sure you bring your meals or have someone lined up to do so.
**Again, PLEASE ask if you have any questions!!
**If you decided to not partake in the swap please let everyone know BY Feb 20th so we aren't left with lots of extra meals! Also reminder we don't have space to hold meals and swap for people so please make sure you bring your meals or have someone lined up to do so.
**Again, PLEASE ask if you have any questions!!
If this is your first time a few tips to help you out:
*9x13 pans work great for casseroles - also buy the tin lids at Sam's Club for a few extra $ to make stacking easier!
*if you're doing soup - gallon size ziplock bag is generally enough for a family of 4! BUT make sure it is freezer bag.
*remember to label your meal on the actual container
*freezing is a must for easy transport, not only for yourself but for everyone!
*spend the little extra on name brand tin foil so that your meals don't get freezer burnt and double layer them if needed.
Okay... now to the meals here is a PDF of the meals and I will list them below as well:
Ravioli Bake
Chili
Tatortot Hotdish (recipe not listed)
Spaghetti Hotdish
French Toast Casserole
Taco Soup
Sweet n Sour Meatballs
Broccoli Chicken Alfredo Roll Up
Taco Bake
Cheesey Turkey Sandwhiches
Cheesy Ham & Potatoes
Breakfast Sandwiches (recipe not listed)
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